All Flashcards
What is a CAFO?
Industrial facility housing large numbers of animals in confined spaces.
Define free-range farming.
Animals roam freely and graze in open pastures, focusing on animal welfare.
What is overgrazing?
Animals consume vegetation faster than it can regrow.
Define desertification.
The process by which fertile land turns into desert.
How can reduced meat consumption promote sustainability?
It can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve water, and decrease antibiotic use.
How can improved waste management in CAFOs promote sustainability?
It can reduce water and air pollution, minimizing environmental impacts.
How can rotational grazing help prevent overgrazing?
It allows vegetation to recover, preventing soil erosion and desertification.
How can plant-based alternatives contribute to sustainable food systems?
They reduce the environmental impacts associated with meat production.
What are the consequences of overgrazing?
Soil erosion, desertification, and habitat loss.
How does overuse of antibiotics in livestock affect humans?
Can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing a threat to human health.
What is the effect of livestock on greenhouse gas emissions?
Livestock contribute significantly to methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas.
How does increased meat consumption impact water use?
Meat production requires large amounts of water, leading to water scarcity.
What is the relationship between deforestation and meat production?
Land is often cleared for grazing or growing feed crops, contributing to deforestation.
What is the effect of concentrated animal waste on water quality?
Animal waste can contaminate water sources with pathogens and excess nutrients.